Lactation Support Program Overview

Boston Children's Hospital recognizes that breastfeeding is important to families and the health of their children. The Lactation Specialist works as part of the child's health care team to promote and support breastfeeding.

Services

The Lactation Support Program:

gives breastfeeding support and education to mothers

works with mothers to prevent and manage breastfeeding problem

supports breastfeeding infants with special health care needs, such as congenital heart disease and prematurity

helps mothers maintain milk supply when separated from their babies

teaches mothers how to use breast pumps

assists mothers in finding breast pumps and equipment

teaches educational programs for health care providers

supports employees who return to work after maternity leave and wish to continue to breastfeed their baby through the Employee Lactation Support Program.